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Norman, OK

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The chili is bubblin’ for OU football in Norman!

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Norman consistently ranks as one of the “top places to live” in the U.S. The University of Oklahoma attracts students from all over the world. Norman is a city that offers something for everyone, from nightlife to a beloved college football team to world-class museums and restaurants.

There are many choices when it comes to places to live in Norman – what areas are your favorites? Norman is constantly working to improve its local neighborhoods so residents have the best amenities.

Much of the city is built around OU’s campus and football stadium. The downtown area has numerous cafes, gourmet eateries, coffeehouses as well as a live production theatre. Residents living in Norman are comforted by their direct access to the Sooner Mall, plus cinemas and art galleries.

When it comes to dining, Norman is home to a variety of restaurants that cover culinary wonders from all over the world. Near the campus, there are many places to grab a quick bite to eat between classes or a beer afterwards. The Diner, located on Main Street, has been serving area residents its award-winning chili for quite some time – it’s even been featured on Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives!

The activities and attractions in Norman are plentiful. The Sam Noble Museum of Natural History is a fascinating world of discovery, housing permanent galleries covering native Oklahomans to beasts of the Paleozoic Era. Nightlife here is pretty on-point from bars to casinos. Showplace Theatre is one of the best venues for bands and comedians.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Norman, OK is $766 for a studio, $886 for one bedroom, $1,053 for two bedrooms, and $1,212 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Norman has increased by 3.8% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$886/month
668 Sq Ft
House
$1,795/month
1,603 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,009/month
931 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,264/month
1,180 Sq Ft
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Transportation

48

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

64

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

Roosevelt Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

666 Students

9
out of 10

McKinley Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

383 Students

9
out of 10

Washington Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

502 Students

8
out of 10

Robin Hill Public School

Public

Grades PK-8

352 Students

8
out of 10

Lincoln Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

283 Students

8
out of 10

Robin Hill Public School

Public

Grades PK-8

352 Students

8
out of 10

Whittier Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

1,016 Students

6
out of 10

Dimensions Academy

Public

Grades K-8

177 Students

6
out of 10

Alcott Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

713 Students

5
out of 10

Longfellow Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

709 Students

5
out of 10

Norman North High School

Public

Grades 9-12

2,401 Students

10
out of 10

Norman High School

Public

Grades 9-12

2,137 Students

7
out of 10

Little Axe High School

Public

Grades 9-12

331 Students

4
out of 10

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History

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If you are looking to explore and learn, the Sam Noble Museum of Natural History is a fascinating world of discovery. The museum houses permanent galleries covering everything from the people of Oklahoma to the creatures of the Paleozoic Era. One favorite that visitors love to explore is the dinosaur exhibit, which includes full-sized fossilized skeletons from dinosaurs found in Oklahoma. The museum also hosts acclaimed traveling exhibits as well. The University of Oklahoma’s Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art is home to a dazzling display of works ranging from Native American painting and sculpture to the Weitzenhoffer Collection of French Impressionism to 20th century American art to 16th century Asian art. The museum rotates the works displayed in the permanent collection, so each visit to the museum is unique. It also offers gallery talks, lectures, films, concerts, and other events.

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